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TN HJR0001
Joint Resolution
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jay Reedy
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AI Summary
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Urges Congress to pass legislation expanding veterans' access to treatments for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), specifically including hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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Endorses the Veterans' National Traumatic Injury Treatment Act (2023 H.R. 3649), which would require the VA Secretary to establish a pilot program for hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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Cites 413,858 service members suffered TBIs from 2000-2019, and 11-30% of veterans experience PTSD depending on service era
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Notes Tennessee loses an estimated $37,549,847 annually in sales tax revenue due to veterans suffering from TBIs
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Requests certified copies be sent to U.S. House Speaker, Senate President, and all Tennessee Congressional delegation members
Legislative Description
A RESOLUTION to urge the United States Congress to enact legislation and request that the Veterans Administration work to expand and improve efforts to treat traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Memorials, Congress
Last Action
Signed by Governor.
5/5/2025